Judicial Specialist 2 (D3 Crawford)

Do you have a passion for helping people? Do you hold a positive, service- oriented attitude who can problem solve and multitask? If so, then you are the perfect customer service guru that we are looking for to add to our support squad!

The 3rd Judicial Districts Crawford County Clerk of Court has an immediate opening for a full-time Judicial Specialist 2.

The starting salary for new State of Iowa Judicial employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range of $17.52/hr. The pay range is $36,441.60 to $53,331.20

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

To be successful in this position you will need to have the following:

• The ability to adapt to situations with court personnel and the public
• The ability to maintain confidentiality
• Critical thinking skills
• Detailed oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong computer applications and skills including video conferencing (GTM/Zoom) including 10 key experience.
• Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service
• Ability to assist Judges, Attorneys, and Pro Se Litigants

Under the direct supervision of the Clerk of Court, candidates will have the desire to learn the complexities of our court case processing system using our statewide Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). This position may occasionally involve travel to other counties in the district.

What’s In It For YOU

• Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn
• Iowa Public Employees’ retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan
• Employee discount program
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave
• Collaborative, positive work environment
• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency) and two (2) years of successful completion of accredited post high school education in business, paralegal, computer, legal assistant or related program. Two (2) years of professional office experience in business, court or legal work or a related area with one (1) year of the experience involving customer service. At the discretion of the appointing authority additional years of experience may be substituted for the required post high school education.

Or, the successful completion of additional years of education (i.e., Bachelor’s Degree) may be substituted for years of experience on the basis that successful completion of thirty (30) semester hours or academic equivalent equals one year of experience. Education cannot be substituted for customer service experience.